Fort Worth, September 24, 2025
News Summary
LA Fitness at 2860 Crockett St. in Fort Worth will close its doors due to rising rent prices and a decision to not renew its lease. Open since 2009, this location will cease operations on September 25. Current members will maintain access to other LA Fitness facilities nationwide. Nearby fitness alternatives are available in the West 7th area, which is undergoing redevelopment that may affect local businesses.
Fort Worth
LA Fitness at 2860 Crockett St. in Fort Worth will close on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 2 p.m. The closure is attributed to increasing rent prices and the decision not to renew its lease. The location has served the neighborhood since 2009 and will cease operations at the specified time.
Key details
Current members affected by the closure will retain access to all LA Fitness locations nationwide, including Signature Clubs. The company lists two other LA Fitness facilities in Fort Worth that members can use: 5901 Golden Triangle Blvd. and 6500 Westworth Blvd. The Westworth location recently underwent renovations to update facilities and services.
Local fitness landscape
The West 7th area offers several alternative fitness options within a short distance of Crockett Street. Nearby studios and gyms include F45 at 901 University Drive and Movement Fort Worth rock climbing gym at 2828 W. Lancaster Ave. Additional fitness offerings across West Seventh Street include Orangetheory, Hotworx Yoga, and Club Pilates. These options may absorb some members relocating after the Crockett Street closure.
Neighborhood context and redevelopment
The LA Fitness sits within the West 7th Entertainment District, where retail and dining turnover has been notable. The Artisan Circle (previously known as Crockett Row) in Fort Worth’s West 7th Entertainment District was purchased in 2023 by Younger Partners, a Dallas-based real estate agency. As part of a revitalization plan, property owners and managers have announced improvements including enhanced street lighting, installation of elevators in parking garages, and increased safety measures such as security officers and cameras.
Recent business changes and planned openings
Several nearby businesses have recently closed, including Si Tapas, Mash’d, and La Familia. New tenants scheduled to open in the area this Fall include Tandy Leather, Henry McCarty Irish Pub, and Top of the Morning restaurant. The changing mix of tenants and rising rents were cited as factors affecting existing businesses, including the LA Fitness on Crockett Street.
What members need to know
Members of the closing location will retain access to all LA Fitness locations nationwide, including Signature Clubs, which allows them to continue using facilities across the LA Fitness network without interruption. Members who prefer to switch to another nearby LA Fitness can consider the two Fort Worth addresses provided above. No additional details about refunds, membership transfers, or on-site equipment disposition were provided in the notice accompanying the closure announcement.
Background
The LA Fitness on Crockett Street opened in 2009 and operated for more than a decade before the announced closing. The decision to not renew the lease aligns with broader pressures in the West 7th area, where rising rent costs and redevelopment efforts have altered the commercial landscape. The sale of Artisan Circle in 2023 and the ongoing revitalization projects aim to change pedestrian and retail experiences in the district, but also coincide with turnover among legacy tenants.
Next steps for residents
Residents seeking alternatives should evaluate nearby fitness options listed above, consider transferring membership privileges to nearby LA Fitness branches, or explore third-party studios and specialty gyms now operating in the West 7th corridor. Those with specific account questions are advised to contact LA Fitness membership services directly for confirmation about access and any administrative changes.
FAQ
Q: When is the LA Fitness at Crockett Street closing?
A: The LA Fitness located at 2860 Crockett St. in Fort Worth is closing on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 2 p.m.
Q: Why is this LA Fitness closing?
A: The closure is attributed to increasing rent prices and the decision not to renew its lease.
Q: How long was this location in operation?
A: This LA Fitness location has been in operation since 2009.
Q: Will members lose access to LA Fitness facilities?
A: Current members of the LA Fitness on Crockett Street will retain access to all LA Fitness locations nationwide, including Signature Clubs.
Q: Are there other LA Fitness locations in Fort Worth?
A: There are two other LA Fitness locations in Fort Worth: 5901 Golden Triangle Blvd. and 6500 Westworth Blvd.
Q: What other fitness options exist near West 7th?
A: Other gyms in the West 7th area include F45 at 901 University Drive and Movement Fort Worth rock climbing gym at 2828 W. Lancaster Ave. Additional fitness options near by include Orangetheory, Hotworx Yoga, and Club Pilates across West Seventh Street.
Q: Who purchased Artisan Circle and what are the plans?
A: The Artisan Circle (previously known as Crockett Row) in Fort Worth’s West 7th Entertainment District was purchased in 2023 by Younger Partners, a Dallas-based real estate agency. The revitalization plan for the area includes improved street lighting, elevators in parking garages, and enhanced safety measures such as security officers and cameras.
Q: Which nearby businesses recently closed and which are planned to open?
A: Recently closed businesses in the vicinity include Si Tapas, Mash’d, and La Familia. New tenants planned to open in the area this Fall include Tandy Leather, Henry McCarty Irish Pub, and Top of the Morning restaurant.
Summary of key features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Closing location | 2860 Crockett St., Fort Worth |
| Closing date and time | Thursday, Sept. 25, at 2 p.m. |
| Reason for closure | Increasing rent prices; lease not renewed |
| Years in operation | Since 2009 |
| Member access | Access to all LA Fitness locations nationwide, including Signature Clubs |
| Other Fort Worth LA Fitness locations | 5901 Golden Triangle Blvd.; 6500 Westworth Blvd. |
| Nearby fitness alternatives | F45 (901 University Dr.), Movement Fort Worth (2828 W. Lancaster Ave.), Orangetheory, Hotworx Yoga, Club Pilates |
| Area redevelopment | Artisan Circle purchased in 2023 by Younger Partners; plans include lighting, elevators, security |
| Recent closures nearby | Si Tapas; Mash’d; La Familia |
| Planned new tenants | Tandy Leather; Henry McCarty Irish Pub; Top of the Morning restaurant (this Fall) |
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